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Peer groups are formed before the start of the course, consisting of members from participating companies based on their preferences and requests. Groups organize their meetings independently, without an external facilitator. If an organization requires assistance in facilitating group meetings, they have the option to utilize their own facilitator or designate a group member for this role.
In the groups you will:
- Offer and receive peer support by listening to and supporting colleagues.
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Improve teamwork and communication in groups by sharing experiences and ideas related to different modules' materials.
- Apply the skills of psychological flexibility—such as managing stress and aligning actions with values—within a work context through group discussions.
- Explore how the programs concepts can be integrated into your daily work (and even personal) life to enhance well-being and productivity.
Starting the group work:
- You can see the names of the members of your group by clicking on Participants-section on the homepage.
- Start the discussion on the group's own discussion area. You can also choose another platform for communication if you wish.
- Consider how working with your group would support best support the completion of the course.
- Agree on meeting times, length and format (online or face-to-face) with the group and mark them in your calendars.
During the group meeting:
- In the group work area, you will find a "Group meeting topics" discussion area for each module. These discussion areas contain guiding questions for group discussions for each module. Use these questions to discuss the topics of the ongoing section.
- The discussion area for each module will open according to the course timetable.
- If you wish, you can record your reflections from the group discussions in the discussion area of each module, so that you can review them later (optional).
General rules for group work:
- Discussions will be carried out in a polite, respectful and confidential manner.
- The discussions aim to be supportive and respectful of different perspectives.
- Group discussions are confidential and group members are obliged to maintain confidentiality about what is discussed.
- The purpose of the discussions is to share experiences and insights that contribute to your own well-being.
- Group work provides an opportunity to share social support and other support for the course.
- If you are unable to participate in the discussion, please let others know.